Adam Lallana

[Fuzzy]

I don't think football clubs renew players' contracts based on their friendships, do they? Because I think some Lovren haters would be pretty disappointed if that was the case Keeping Milner makes all the sense in the world, as he still offers so much football-wise, Lallana sadly really doesn't anymore, and his spot should go to somebody like Jones. And I think Henderson probably finds there's more to LFC captaincy then having your mate in your room on travels

[Norbs]

I don't think football clubs renew players' contracts based on their friendships, do they? Because I think some Lovren haters would be pretty disappointed if that was the case Keeping Milner makes all the sense in the world, as he still offers so much football-wise, Lallana sadly really doesn't anymore, and his spot should go to somebody like Jones. And I think Henderson probably finds there's more to LFC captaincy then having your mate in your room on travels

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I don't think football clubs renew players' contracts based on their friendships, do they? Because I think some Lovren haters would be pretty disappointed if that was the case Keeping Milner makes all the sense in the world, as he still offers so much football-wise, Lallana sadly really doesn't anymore, and his spot should go to somebody like Jones. And I think Henderson probably finds there's more to LFC captaincy then having your mate in your room on travels

How does JLingz get a contract then?

[RichC]

How does JLingz get a contract then?

Not our problem

[Norbs]

Not our problem

[Irishnev]

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Best he could have hoped for ( probably better)!

[Shaggy]

Not that we needed it but confirmation Lallana is off.

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[Shaggy]

https://www.liverpoolfc.com/news/first-team/398272-adam-lallana-agrees-short-term-extension-to-liverpool-contract

Adam Lallana agrees short-term extension to Liverpool contract

Adam Lallana has agreed a short-term extension to his Liverpool contract that will enable him to complete the remainder of the 2019-20 season with the club.

The midfielder will remain with the Reds until the end of July to see out the current campaign as a member of Jürgen Klopp’s squad.

Lallana will then bring his six-year spell at Anfield to a close at the conclusion of the season upon the expiry of his contract.

Klopp told Liverpoolfc.com: “I know how highly sought after Adam is in this moment by other clubs who want him for next season, so for him this is a commitment to us and we are very appreciative to him for it.

“This is absolutely how it should be, too, because I am so pleased he will be with us to finish the job this season and have the farewell he deserves so much.

“It is not possible for me to find words in the English language to properly explain the importance of Adam Lallana during my period of being manager of this club.

“But, to be honest, now is not the time for these words. Because of this news – that he stays until we finish this campaign – I can say all the things I want and need to when our season is concluding next month.

“What I can say – and want to say – now is even the way he has handled this extension tells you all you need to know about the person and his character. A top-class professional and an even better person.

“Adam always puts the club first – always! In the conversations we have had, he has been the first to express that my priority as a manager needs to be the players who are at this club for longer than just the rest of this season.

“He wants to be here to finish the job and do it properly, but it says everything about him that his biggest concern was blocking the progress and opportunity of a player who is under contract for next season also.

“But his role is too important to lose him before this season is done. So, it’s fantastic we can delay our messages of gratitude and good luck until the end of July now.”

Lallana moved to Liverpool from Southampton in June 2014 and has since made 178 appearances, scoring 22 goals.

The world class playmaker has collected winners’ medals for the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and the FIFA Club World Cup during his time with the Reds.

“I am really pleased to have the chance to finish this season – it means a lot to me and my family,” Lallana added.

“Now isn’t the moment to review my time here because the focus needs to be on the remaining nine matches and the club finishing the season in the best manner possible.

“Of course, one of the big personal positives about committing to this short-term extension is that I will now get to say goodbye to the people who mean so much to me in the right way.

“The gaffer has been different class and we’ve had an honest conversation about what my role will be in the remaining weeks. I want to contribute in the most positive way possible that helps him and the team, not just for the remaining matches of this season – but also what they’ll need to consider for next.

“I’m totally at peace with what that looks and feels like, and I know the role I’ll be playing for this team will help in what’s going to be an extraordinary period – the likes of which none of us have ever experienced.

“I feel in my time at Liverpool I’ve always looked to do the right thing for the team, the manager and the club in every decision I’ve made. I think this one fits into that category as well, so I’m buzzing to be seeing out this campaign and hopefully get to celebrate something memorable with an amazing group of people.”

[S-RED]

Will give Jones more opportunity

[Chris]

Nice words from both of them, he's been a decent signing overall, just a shame about the injuries.

Should get himself a good move, even more so now with a lot of clubs skint and not wanting to pay transfer fees. I'd guess he'll go and play CL with Godgers. Wouldn't surprise me if Mourinho tried as well, he'd walk straight in to their team.

[Buzzo]

Yeah, he’s clearly been a key part in building the team spirit with Klopp after being arguably our best player in Klopps first season.

He’s a talented lad, injuries have been a nightmare for him and he now finds himself playing in a position where we have loads of cover.

[Exiled_red]

It'll be an interesting one to see what happens with him between now and the end of the season, obviously the title isn't wrapped up yet and we will want to see the squad kept together until the season is over.

Normally if circumstances allowed you would give a player like him a chance to say goodbye to the fans, and the fans to show their appreciation for what he has done over his time here. Sadly he isn't going to get that opportunity. On the other hand Jones is his likely 'replacement' and the new season presumably isn't far away, without a chance for a full preseason and hopefully we will be able to get the title wrapped up quickly so looking forward it would make sense to give Jones the game time that Lallana might otherwise have been having...

[Paul12]

Not in the first two squads. Is he injured again or is this just the way it'll be for the rest of the season unless injuries pile up?

[Exiled_red]

Not in the first two squads. Is he injured again or is this just the way it'll be for the rest of the season unless injuries pile up?

He's not listed as injured, I suspect as he isn't going to be here next year when everyone is available he is down the priority list.